Thứ Bảy, 23 tháng 7, 2016
Pokémon Go is easy enough for anyone to pick up, but if you want to catch 'em all, you'll need to master the art of throwing Poké Balls. For the most part, catching a Pokémon in the game is as simple as throwing a Poké Ball straight up at the monster and hoping it doesn't escape. You can also throw a curve ball at Pokémon, but that's a more advanced technique. To get the perfect straight throw every time, My Mini Factory user Jon Cleaver has created this clever Poké Ball "aimer" case for iPhone. With the case slipped over an iPhone, players can swipe perfectly straight up whenever they encounter a Pokémon. (Click to enlarge) Image: jon cleaver/my mini factory (Click to enlarge) Image: Jon cleaver/my mini factory "This 3D printable Pokeball aimer ensures your finger never goes astray," says Cleaver. "Simply slip your iPhone into the case, give it a flick, and you’ll be catching Pokemon with ease." Sure, you'll only be cheating yourself. And deep down in your heart you'll know you used a 3D-printed accessory to help you. But who's gonna know when you show all your friends your near complete Pokémon collection? If you own or have access to a 3D printer, you can print your own Pokémon "aimer" case using the free model. The case only fits iPhone 6 and 6S devices, but if there's enough demand (and we bet there will be), Cleaver says he'll consider making versions for other phones. Another fan 3D-printed a Pokédex. It looks cool and has a built-in battery pack, but it won't increase your success of catching Pokémon as with Cleaver's case.
Thứ Tư, 29 tháng 6, 2016
Okay, this is weird. We've seen videos in which people destroy iPhones, make fun of Apple or attempt to show what an unreleased iPhone might look like. Now there's a video that does all three. The concept is inherently stupid, but the implementation is technically sound. The video's makers, PeripateticPandas, specialize in the weird art of transforming Apple products into something else — while completely destroying them in the process. In their latest video (above), they take two iPhone 6S devices and "transform" them into an iPhone 7, based on rumors that the iPhone 7 will have two cameras, no headphone jack and a new blue color. Their methods are pretty drastic and involve a soldering iron, a drill, a saw, and spray paint. Ouch. Image: YouTube, PeripateticPandas Why anyone, ever, would want to do this is beyond us, unless they had two broken iPhone 6s and wanted to prank someone into thinking they had a pre-production iPhone 7. But hey, the video is there, so if you're handy with a buzzsaw... Have something to add to this story? Share it in the comments.
Thứ Bảy, 23 tháng 4, 2016
The Recently app turns photos from your camera roll (iOS for now) into an 8x11” magazine that you receive on a monthly basis. You can include either 50 or 100 photos in each magazine, and along with copies for yourself, you can also send issues to your grandparents. No doubt the best thing in their mailbox. ($8.99 per month) Artifact Uprising prints photos onto beautiful beetle pine boxes that you can use to store anything meaningful. The wood grain subtly enhances each photo, memorializing your keepsakes in a special way. ($95) MagneticPix turns photos into custom dry-erase boards, which are perfect in the kitchen for any busy household. The metal canvas features any image you choose and can serve both as display art and a handy way to communicate reminders, notes and doodles. (Prices start at $99) Novel concept, right? It is when you can get the framed photo right from your phone. The Pictli app (iOS) eliminates the hassle of ordering prints and getting a frame. Their selection of beautiful frames of all sizes makes it so easy to decorate your space, with just a few taps. (Prices start at $20) Shutterfly’s customizable shower curtains let you bring any memory into the bath with you. Printed onto 70x70” woven polyester, the printed shower curtain adds both fun and whimsy to any bathroom décor. ($79.99) One of Shutterfly’s newer photo products is this customizable serving tray, made from durable and waterproof Lucite. This can be used in many ways, including as a holding place for personal items in a bedroom, or of course, as an essential for weekend breakfasts in bed. ($35.99) A Rubik’s Cube may be difficult to crack, but Personalization Mall makes it easy to create your own toy with personal images to stump even the fastest cuber in your family. Or, you can simply use it to proudly display six photos in a different way. Just remember that once you turn, there’s no turning back. ($28.95) Speaking of games, this memory exercise from Pinhole Press requires you to stay sharp with your family members, whether it’s mom or Great Aunt Edna. You decide who to include in your 12 matches (photos) to pair. Mix the cards around and let the games begin. ($29.99) With this sentimental photo jewelry from Zazzle, you can wear your favorite memories as a necklace, bracelet or earrings. The designs let the photos speak for themselves and add more meaning to your accessorizing. (Prices vary) Turn any photo into a beautiful night lamp that casts a soothing glow. Light Affection takes each print and carves the imagery onto a durable material that transfers light, which is then placed into the frame. You can select a plug-in night light or an illuminated frame to give a nice touch to any room. (Prices start at $44.95) Cocoagraph makes your special photos good enough to eat, literally. These personalized gourmet chocolate bars offer the tastiest canvas for any photo, logo or image. Hand-printed with FDA-approved food coloring, your favorite picture becomes even more memorable when you can take a bite out of it. (Prices start at $15) Start every morning with a delicious, buttery piece of toast — with your face on it. This bit of breakfast fun can easily be had with a customizable toaster from the Vermont Novelty Toaster Corporation. A photo of a single face, like Mashable's own Lance Ulanoff's, is preferred for optimal toast quality. ($69) Take a look at your camera roll and it’s a safe bet that there are hundreds if not thousands of photos on there that do nothing but, well, sit there. Facebook says that 2 billion photos are shared daily on Facebook, and InfoTrends previously estimated that 1 trillion photos were taken in 2015. Of course images are being shared all over social media, but there are so many other things that we can do with them — besides just printing them out and turning them into photo books. In the gallery above, we've rounded up 15 of the most creative ways to preserve your precious memories. Have something to add to this story? Share it in the comments.Creative smartphone photo products
1. A monthly magazine
2. A wooden keepsake box
3. A dry-erase board
4. A framed photo
5. A shower curtain
6. A serving tray
8. A Rubik’s Cube
9. A memory game
10. A piece of jewelry
11. A photo night light
13. A bar of chocolate
15. A piece of selfie toast


